Direct Support Professional (PT/1st)

Verland CLA; Option (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b

PTO

Holidays

Training

Job summary

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide exceptional care to residents at Wolfe House, Baldwin, PA. The DSP role is part-time, 8-hour shifts, with a starting wage of $19.25 per hour and responsibilities including daily living support, meals, transport, and activity planning.

Applicants need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Training is provided, and extensive benefits accompany the role after initial eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents.
• Pass background, physical, and drug screenings.
• Experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and support for residents.
• Assist with meals, housekeeping, and laundry.
• Transport residents to appointments in Verland vehicles.
• Document observations and progress notes.
• Support daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Participate in planning social and recreational activities.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Reliability

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Description

** New Wage $19.25/hr **

Verland is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals' to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

House Name: Wolfe House

Location: Baldwin, PA 15236

Shifts available:

Part Time- 8 hours

7am - 3pm Friday

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for individualized care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Contributions:

• Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities
• Implement individualized programs; record all observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities
• Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene
• Housekeeping duties as needed
• Medication Administration
• Other duties as assigned

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable means of transportation
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
• Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening
• Experience is not required!

2 weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, along with each individual’s support plan/ personal development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of the individuals that we serve. Completion of training is required at the start of employment.

Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.